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Building Northumberland’s Haunted Museum: Stories, Artifacts, and Community Spirit - Episode 68.

Support the museum crowd funder here: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/northumberland-haunted-museum-1

Discover how the Northumberland Haunted Museum aims to preserve local legends and ghostly tales for generations. In this special episode, Michelle shares her passion project’s vision, challenges and plans for community involvement.

What makes the Northumberland Haunted Museum different from a typical museum

The importance of collecting and archiving local paranormal stories

Details on the Crowdfunder campaign and why community support is vital

Unique features planned for the museum, including haunted artifacts and interactive experiences

How you can get involved, donate, or share your own spooky stories

Chapters
00:00 Gothic Museum with Community Table

03:23 Preserving Stories, Haunted Upstairs

10:30 Community Museum Crowdfunding Initiative

12:54 Community Museum: Pop-Up Funding Plan

17:32 "Artefacts and Community Storytelling"

21:34 Preserving Stories for Generations

25:33 "Rediscovered Book Donation"

28:40 "Seeking Haunted Building Suggestions"

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Fairies or Ghosts? The Strange Punishments of the Northumbria Silky - Ep. 67. 

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Join Shell as she explores the chilling legend of the Northumbria Silky, a mysterious presence haunting the dark roads and villages of Northumberland. Discover the eerie tales and strange rules that surround this old folklore figure.

• The origins and traits of the Silky ghost in Northumberland
• How Silky helped the messy and punished the tidy
• Strange stories of tree-felling, tempests, and gold hidden in calf skin
• Local remedies and superstitions, like using rowan wood to break Silky’s spells
• The debate: ghost or fairy, where Silky fits in the folklore of the north

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Chapters

00:00 "Silkie: Ghost or Ancient Fairy?"

03:32 "Whispering Silk and Haunting Roads"

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The Brown Man of the Moors: True Northumberland Ghost Story | Ep. 66.

What if the land could speak back? High on the Northumberland moors above the village of Elsdon, an ancient guardian watches and he does not forgive trespassers. 

Tonight Shell tells the chilling true folklore of the Brown Man of the Elsdon Moors, a nature spirit who confronted two young hunters from Newcastle and left one of them marked for death. 

This is the first episode in a brand new Northumberland Folklore series exploring the oldest and darkest stories from England's most wild and untamed county. 

NORTHUMBERLAND FOLKLORE SERIES — EPISODE 1 

In this episode you'll discover: 

- The true folklore of the Brown Man — a small, earth-brown figure who guards the moors 

- The terrifying encounter at Green Glen Burn 

- Why crossing running water may have saved one young man's life 

- The mysterious illness that followed the encounter 

- The dark history of Gallow Hill, the Battle of Otterburn and Winter's Stob 

- What the Brown Man reveals about Britain's ancient nature spirits

ABOUT THIS STORY The Brown Man of the Moors is a piece of authentic Northumberland folklore, recorded in regional collections and passed down through generations. Unlike traditional ghosts, the Brown Man is a guardian spirit, a being tied to the land itself who punishes those who hunt, take or trespass without respect. 

His story connects to a wider tradition of British nature spirits and fairy enforcers found across the British Isles. 

Chapters

0:00 Introduction — What if the land could speak back?
1:04 Welcome to the Northumberland Folklore Series
1:40 The Dark History of the Elsdon Moors
2:11 Two Young Hunters Arrive from Newcastle
2:40 The Encounter at Green Glen Burn
3:12 Face to Face with the Brown Man
3:28 "Who do you think I am?"
3:48 The Brown Man's Warning
4:09 "Come over here and I will show you"
4:21 Saved by a Friend's Shout
4:46 The Protection of Running Water
5:04 The Bird in Hand Inn — Local Reactions
5:24 What Was the Brown Man?
5:55 Closing — Respect the Land
6:43 Outro — Stay Spooky

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Why No One Dares Visit Italy’s Terrifying Poveglia Island - Ep. 65. 

Discover the chilling history of Poveglia Island, just minutes from Venice, and uncover why it’s called one of the most haunted places in the world. Dive into its harrowing past, whispered legends, and the reasons locals still avoid its shores.

• The dark legacy of Poveglia Island as a quarantine site for plague victims
• Gruesome mass graves and the lingering trauma in the island’s soil
• The transformation of the island into a psychiatric hospital and tales of cruel experiments
• Eerie legends surrounding the doctor’s mysterious death and the haunted bell tower
• Failed attempts to reclaim the island and its ongoing reputation as a site of extreme paranormal activity

Subscribe for more spooky stories, and remember—not all islands are meant to be explored.

Chapters

0:00 - Introduction: The Most Haunted Island 

0:43 - Poveglia's Dark History 

1:25 - The Black Death Era 

2:30 - The Psychiatric Hospital 

3:59 - Paranormal Activity & Modern Reports 

4:59 - Why the Island Remains Abandoned 

5:26 - Outro & Call to Action

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30 East Drive Uncovered: Inside Pontefract’s Black Monk House - Shell's Spooky Stories Ep. 64.

One of the UK’s most notorious haunted houses, 30 East Drive, takes centre stage in this chilling episode of Shell's Spooky Stories. The team dives deep into the real, unfiltered experiences inside the infamous Black Monk House.

• The unnerving sensation of constantly being watched from the moment you step inside
• Team members needing emergency cleansing after overwhelming emotional and physical reactions
• Violent dowsing rod activity and unexplainable force at the top of the stairs
• Eyewitness accounts of shadow figures, objects moving on their own, and equipment failures
• Personal reflections from each investigator on whether they'd ever return to 30 East Drive

Ready to decide if the hype is real? Hit play and find out what’s really lurking behind the doors of 30 East Drive.

Chapters

00:00 "Haunted History of 30 East Drive"

06:15 "Paranormal Encounters and Suspense"

09:07 "Unexplained Activity and Shadows"

12:37 "Rosary Bead Dispute"

14:50 "Haunted House, Mixed Impressions"

18:41 Crowded Spaces Affect Energy?

20:19 "Unsettling Experience at East Drive"

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My Ghost Boyfriend - with Kerrie Rycroft. Ep. 63

Paranormal investigator Kerrie Rycroft shares her extraordinary ghost boyfriend story that began during a Valentine's Day investigation. What started as a typical ghost hunt turned into an ongoing connection with a spirit named David. From physical sensations to protective behaviour, this story challenges everything we think we know about paranormal connections.

What you will learn this episode: 

- How genuine paranormal connections can develop during investigations
- The difference between spirit attachment and consensual spiritual relationship
- Physical sensations and communication methods with spirits (torch manipulation, touch, presence)
- How to set and maintain boundaries with spirit connections
- Researching historical spirits through newspaper archives and public records
- Managing ongoing relationships with the spirit world whilst living normal life
- Signs of protective vs romantic spirit energy
- How to protect yourself whilst remaining open to paranormal experiences
- The challenges of dating when you have a ghost boyfriend
- Why seeking mediumship can deepen spirit communication
- Real experiences from active paranormal investigators in the UK

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction & Welcome
00:41 - How Kerrie Got Into Paranormal Investigation
01:49 - Psychic Abilities Since Childhood
03:04 - The More You Look Into Paranormal, The More It Looks Back
04:07 - Kerrie's Haunted Horse Field Discovery
06:07 - Introduction to the Ghost Boyfriend Story
06:52 - Valentine's Day 2025: The Investigation That Changed Everything
08:45 - First Contact: Feeling the Connection
12:34 - Other Investigators Sensing the Male Energy
14:21 - The Connection Deepens During Investigation
16:58 - Spirit Communication Through Physical Sensations
18:59 - Boundaries: Keeping Spirits Out of the Home
20:02 - The Missing Weetabix Mystery (Spirit Guide Pranks)
21:27 - Romantic vs Protective Energy from David
23:46 - Setting Boundaries with a Ghost Boyfriend
24:21 - David's Protective Warnings & Intuition
27:00 - Using David as a "Party Trick" During Investigations
28:04 - David's Favourite Communication Method: Torches
29:06 - **[VIDEO CUTAWAY: Torch Communication Evidence]**
29:41 - **[PHOTO CUTAWAY: David's Historical Photograph]**
29:50 - **[CUTAWAY: Newspaper Articles About David's Life]**
30:11 - Why Did David Choose Kerrie? The Unanswered Question
31:45 - Researching David's Life in the 1800s
33:29 - Speed Dating Incide

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From Paranormal Interviews to Ghostly Tales: Help Shape Shell’s Spooky Stories in 2026 - Ep. 62.

Step into the world of the unknown with Shell’s Spooky Stories! In this episode, Shell shares her 2026 vision for the podcast and asks viewers to help shape its future.

- Reflecting on the podcast's past guests and amazing community support

- Deciding between interviews, stories, or both going forward

- The importance of sharing real, everyday people's paranormal experiences

- Plans for collecting Northumberland’s folklore and haunted memories for future museum and book projects

- How sharing stories impacts individuals and keeps memories alive for generations

Subscribe and help decide what comes next on Shell’s Spooky Stories!

Chapters
00:00 "Share Feedback for Podcast Direction"

03:52 "Stories from Everyday Lives"

07:37 "Share Your Story with Us"

14:11 "Gratitude and Team Acknowledgment"

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Unexplained Fires and Unlocking Doors: Andy's Haunted House Mystery - Ep. 61.

Dive into another episode of Shell’s Spooky Stories as Shell sits down with Andy from Alien8UK to discuss real-life paranormal experiences, shifting interests in the supernatural and one, particularly strange, haunted house. Get ready for a conversation that’s as curious as it is chilling.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode:

• Andy’s transition from ghost hunting to UFOs, cryptids and skywatching.
• The bizarre, ongoing haunted house activity, locks and taps turning on their own.
• An unexplained fireball incident involving a lighter.
• Reflections on what counts as real evidence, and the toll of paranormal investigation.
• Lighthearted banter about podcasting, comedy and what Andy wants to be remembered for as a spirit.

Tune in for chilling storytelling and firsthand tales from the shadowy side of life!

Chapters

00:00 "After Dark Archives Podcast"

04:18 "Everyday Encounters, Unseen Oddities"

08:57 "Life in Manchester Council House"

12:50 "Neighbourhood Insights and Security"

13:26 "Unsettling Encounters Next Door"

18:44 "Saturday Night Fire Incident"

22:28 "Securing the House"

26:39 "Gas Leak Anxiety Memories"

28:41 "Finding Hidden Bungalows"

31:36 "Massive Coughing Fit Misunderstanding"

36:51 "Trance, Terror and German"

38:08 "Video Editing Workflow"

43:35 "Thanks and Stay Tuned"

44:53 "Shells After Dark Archives"

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Exploring Jay’s Grave and Chilling Paranormal Tales with Tommy Cullum Ep. 60
Dive into the paranormal with Shell and Tommy Cullum as they share chilling ghost stories, real-life encounters, and discuss the mysteries of the supernatural. This episode goes straight to the weird, unexplained, and sometimes humorous side of life After Dark.

- Tommy Cullum shares personal and family ghost stories, including haunted hotels and Dartmoor legends.

- Real-life experiences with spirits, psychic boundaries, and the impact of spiritual encounters.

- Discussions on residual energy, haunted locations, and how energy imprints affect places.

- The challenges of scepticism, manifesting paranormal activity, and couples with vastly different beliefs.

- The duo debates conspiracies, time travellers, and UFOs, plus what they'd like to be remembered for as spirits.

Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe if you want more tales from the shadows!

Chapters
00:00 "Let’s Get Freaky Podcast"

08:40 "Paranormal Encounters and Reactions"

11:02 Wedding at Old Manor House

18:14 "Nightly Visions of Wandering Spirits"

24:32 "Spirits' Curiosity About Funerals"

32:28 "Paranormal Manifestation and Doubts"

33:09 "Strange Personal Mentorship Experience"

43:28 Haunted Horse Accident Tale

45:04 "Family Reflects on Dog's Passing"

51:13 "Paranormal Encounters Spark Stories"

56:41 Haunted Hotel and Village Flasher

01:05:22 "Rediscovering Lost Psychic Gifts"

01:06:32 "Visions Through Time and Faces"

01:15:26 "Living Without Regret"


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Witchcraft in the 21st Century: Green Magic, Ghost Tales and Healing with Swailes - Ep 59.

Step into the After Dark Archives with Shell as she welcomes Swailes from The Bell Witch Podcast to discuss witchcraft, the paranormal and the realities of living a magically-aligned life. This episode dives straight into real experiences, personal journeys, and the unfiltered truth about balancing the mystical and the everyday.

- Swailes’ journey into witchcraft, growing up with a psychic mother and discovering her identity as a green witch

- The importance of grounding, mental health and the role of community among witches and spiritual practitioners

- Supernatural encounters, including ghost stories, spirit interactions and unexplained phenomena

- The ethics and boundaries of practising magic, helping others, and protecting your own energy

- Modern challenges, from navigating AI and technology to honouring the legacies of those who’ve passed

- Don’t forget to subscribe for more down-to-earth conversations on the weird, the spooky, and everything in between.

Chapters
00:00 After Dark Archives Podcast

09:08 "Hooked on Witches and Wicca"

12:29 "Understanding Witchcraft and Healing"

17:54 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth

22:32 "Ghostly Encounters in Whitby"

30:23 "Trust Your Intuition"

36:35 "Emma's Realisation Moment"

42:04 "Quiet Tension and Strange Sounds"

47:15 "Navigating Grief and Presence"

52:25 AI Helps Organise and Interpret Ideas

58:36 "Too Expensive to Reach"

01:00:09 "Rescuing Mice and Voles"

01:07:13 "Honouring Spirits Through Stories"

01:11:36 "Exploring Shadows: Stay Curious"

Connect with Swailes at 
https://linktr.ee/friendlygreenwitch

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